Also called: QSP Scientist
Builds computer models of whole biological systems to predict how a drug will work.
Codes a model of the immune system and tumor growth, tests "what if" doses in simulation, and helps decide which drug combos to try in real trials.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Doctorate (PhD), about 10 years after high school. PhD in bioengineering, systems biology, or applied math.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Bioengineering, Applied Mathematics, Systems Biology.
Growing faster than average. Growing.
Medium risk for 10 years. AI drafts and calibrates models; deciding what biology to include and convincing teams to act stay human.
Classes: AP Calculus, AP Biology, AP Computer Science.
Official data: O*NET occupation 19-1042.
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